Kapok fiber is an excellent renewable material with a variety of uses, such as in clothing, and the tree also provides to wildlife.

Spray-on Biodegradable Produce Coating Could Replace Plastic Packaging It rinses off with water and prolongs shelf life significantly.

The coating is not only completely edible; it can also extend the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables, while minimizing environmental impacts.

To make biodegradable water-based coatings, chemists turn to a handful of polymer types, including polylactic acid, polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), cellulose, and some acrylics.

Depending on humidity and temperature, natural fiber materials can degrade in soil in a matter of months or even a few days. To extend the degradation time and make them suitable for geotextiles, the ...

Mushrooms and the skin of invasive species are just some of the new materials the fashion industry is trying to be more sustainable.

Piezoelectric Fibers Article by Erica K. Brockmeier Portrait by Kathy F. Atkinson; all others submitted by researchers May 06, 2024 UD engineers are the lead inventors on a new patent for making ...

The global barrier coatings for packaging market is expected to rise from USD 13.4 billion in 2025 to USD 33.5 billion by ...

As nutrition and sustainability continue shaping consumer snacking preferences, Foodberry is using edible plant-based fiber coatings for convenient and healthy snacks, company CEO Marty Kolewe, Ph ...